Prepare to be transported to the enchanting world of Persian cuisine with these irresistible Love Cake Cupcakes that will make your taste buds fall head over heels! Imagine delicate, fragrant cupcakes infused with the magical essence of rose water and cardamom, each bite telling a story of ancient Persian romance and culinary artistry. These aren't just cupcakes - they're a sweet love letter baked to perfection, promising to sweep you off your feet and leave you craving more.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Persian
Serves: Serves 12
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon rose water
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder to ensure no lumps remain.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to create a smooth consistency.
- Gently fold in the yogurt, rose water, and cardamom powder, mixing until ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring carefully to create a smooth batter without overmixing.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or decorate with crushed pistachios and a light drizzle of rose water syrup before serving.
Tips
- Room Temperature Magic: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother, more consistent batter.
- Rose Water Wisdom: Use high-quality rose water for authentic flavor - a little goes a long way!
- Gentle Mixing: Avoid overmixing the batter to keep your cupcakes light and tender.
- Cardamom Crush: Freshly ground cardamom provides the most vibrant flavor - consider grinding your own pods.
- Cooling Technique: Allow cupcakes to cool completely before decorating to prevent frosting from melting.
- Garnish Glamour: For an elegant touch, garnish with crushed pistachios or a delicate rose petal.
- Storage Secret: These cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 70mg
